The reason why the controversy over eugenics by Exidus Junhan and the racial discrimination bubble caused chaos overseas (+Community reaction)

The controversy over eugenics of Junhan, a member of the group Xdinary Heroes, started on the fan communication app Bubble and is spreading overseas. We will summarize everything from criticism of his racist remarks, his handwritten apology, JYP's statement, and the community's reactions.

A comment made by Junhan, a member of Xdinary Heroes (XDIZ), on the fan communication platform 'Bubble' is causing controversy.

In particular, expressions that seem to refer to racial superiority Eugenics There are criticisms that it is reminiscent of the past, and criticism continues to be strong among overseas fans.

 

In this article, we will summarize Junhan's remarks, JYP's official apology, the background to the controversy, and the community's response.

 

 

 

1. The beginning of the controversy: Exid's Junhan Bubble 'gene' remark

 

On June 29, 2025, Junhan made the following comment when a fan mentioned genetic research:

 

 

"Black people have more cells in their ears, which gives them better hearing; white people have better sugar metabolism; and Asians have better intelligence. Is it possible to combine the strengths of each race?"

 

This content was captured by some fans, translated into English, and quickly spread on Twitter overseas.

This statement by Junhan, who was active under the bubble nickname 'Jayoung', was ultimately criticized as containing racist and eugenic thinking.

 

 

 

2. JYP's official statement and Junhan's handwritten apology

As the controversy grew, Junhan apologized through a handwritten letter, saying:

 

 

“I sincerely apologize for the hurt and discomfort I caused to many people with my careless remarks.”

 

 

JYP Entertainment also apologized for Junhan's comments through their official SNS, saying they were "careless and careless" and announced plans to strengthen artist education.

 

However, overseas fandoms are already criticizing, saying, “A handwritten apology is not enough,” and “There are also problems with JYP’s education system.”

 

 

3. Community and SNS reactions: “Eugenics + Racial Supremacy = Double Punch”

The following reactions were prevalent on Twitter overseas:

 

“Black people have more cells in their ears? That’s fiction, not science.”

“The very idea that Asians are more intelligent is eugenic thinking.”

“Such remarks are no different from Hitler’s thinking.”

 

Some fans defended him, saying, “Junhan was usually immersed in the worldview setting and his remarks were excessive.”
The majority of overseas netizens are taking the position that “racial discrimination is unacceptable in any context.”

 

 

 

4. Why is ‘eugenics’ a problem?

 

'Eugenics' is a theory that disguises racism and supremacy as science in the 19th and early 20th centuries, and was used to justify Nazi racial cleansing.

 

Junhan's remarks, regardless of intention, are the core of this eugenics. 'Racial generalization' and 'superiority combination' It was following the same context,

This seems to have resulted in a more sensitive reaction.

 

❓ Q&A on the Eugenics Controversy with Exidus

Q1. What did Junhan Exid say that caused controversy?
A. In the fan communication platform Bubble, you mentioned genetic engineering technology and said, “Black people have better hearing, white people have better sugar metabolism, and Asians have better intelligence.”

This statement It was caught up in the 'eugenics' controversy because it sounded like it was trying to generalize racial characteristics and combine them with superiority.

 

Q2. What is eugenics?
A. Eugenics is the theory that certain races or genes are superior, a dangerous ideology that Nazi Germany used to justify ethnic cleansing.
In modern times, it is considered a racist and unethical theory.

 

Q3. How did JYP respond?
A. Junhan posted a handwritten apology, and JYP also admitted responsibility for the lack of education through an official statement and promised to prevent a recurrence.

 

Q4. How was the response from fans and the community?
A. Criticisms such as “Hitler-style thinking” and “Do you still believe eugenics exists?” poured in, mainly on overseas Twitter. Some accepted Junhan’s sincere apology, but many fans are still expressing anger and disappointment.

 

Q5. Is there a possibility that the controversy will continue in the future?
A. Since Exidz, which Junhan is a member of, is a group with a global fandom, the controversy may not be easily resolved with a simple apology.
The attitude shown in future activities and JYP's follow-up measures are expected to be key.

 

 

Junhan's recent controversy is not a simple slip of the tongue, but an incident that shows his lack of ethical sensitivity and awareness of cultural diversity that a global idol should have.

Even though it is a private communication with fans, it once again confirms that its influence is public.

It remains to be seen whether this controversy will not end with a one-off apology but lead to real change.

 

 

 

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